And i think terrorism is the direct result of interventionism. The use of religion is simply put, propaganda. Global Jihad is propaganda, to get the more radical Muslims into they're ranks.
They know that a radicalized Middle East, will keep on fighting foreign invaders to the very last man. In Africa is a little different, as religion could be used as propaganda, but the real message lies on the great rape of Africa. The age of slavery, colonialism, to the present day state of the economy, as means of revenge against European nations, who in they're view is the cause of most of Africa's sorrows. [in a way they are right]
Then there is the other group of people who want they're respective country to rule the world. This are the radicalized leaders like Mahmoud, Chavez, Al-Bashir, and Al-Gaddafi.
In conclusion. We have the ultimate weapon to end radical Islam, and is not. Rehab. Rehab is used as means to get addicts of they're addiction by finding the spirit of Jesus Christ in a room full of other patients. Most of the time it doesn't work. In order for the Middle East to abandon radical Islam, is to do the same thing we did in Iraq, to every single nation, that unfortunately might come as the end of our civilization. Just like it did for Alexander the Great.
Like I SAID, perhaps I used the wrong word, as of now, I can't think of any other words that would replace it or convey what I'm trying to say. It's not exactly rehab and it's not exactly reeducation either. The concept is somewhat familiar to those two. But if you guys are looking at it the wrong way, then perhaps you're not getting what I'm saying and I admit it's partly my fault. I'll try and get back to you guys later but I'm going to be a wee bit busy this week since I'm having exams next week.
I will use the term "counseling"
Basically, what I'm trying to say is: the counseling of radical Muslims are done by giving consultations by moderate clerics. It's completely different to what you guys have in mind. it's not the same as converting Muslims to Christianity. It's simply to correct their way of thinking.
For example, let's say we had someone like Sousuke (from FMP) who has been a mercenary since he was a child and didn't know anything about the reason why people live and why happiness exists. The only thing he knew was that he had to fight everyday without knowing the consequences. His mindset is that he was merely a soldier, a killing machine. Nothing more, nothing less. Then came Kalinin, who "counseled" him. Kalinin still fought with Sousuke like soldiers. But he still managed to form a bond with him and laid the basics of what it means to have a life. He showed Sousuke compassion and care. Thus forming a bond between them. He showed and gave Sousuke something that he never knew existed. And slowly, but surely, it worked. Kalinin saw Sousuke's eyes changing from a killing machine's to a human's. Then when the job as a bodyguard for Kaname came, Kalinin saw his chance to finally correct his mindset, and showing that he can have a normal life if he desires.
The concept for the counseling of terrorists is similar to this, according to my understanding. The guy who's been "counseling" former terrorists uses a concept similar to this. (again, as far as I understand) And IMO, this is really the best solution to stop terrorists from growing.
He also suggests that more socialization about Jihad should be done in order for people's understanding not to be easily twisted by terrorists. The lack of knowledge about jihad among Muslims is very dangerous. It pretty much became terrorists' weapons to recruit new people.
P.S.: The FMP stuff is a bit of a spoiler if you guys haven't seen the further extras in the FMP Sigma manga.
Edited by Newkerz, 26 October 2010 - 03:24 AM.
